Ranbir Kapoor calls Ramayana role a chance to be a better human
- Ranbir Kapoor admitted to feeling initial fear when offered the role of Lord Ram.
- The actor said the role provided a unique opportunity to become a better human.
- Nitesh Tiwari's two-part film Ramayana is scheduled for release on November 5, 2026.
- The cast includes Sai Pallavi as Sita Maa and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
- Music for the epic adaptation is composed by Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman.
Actor Ranbir Kapoor discussed his upcoming role as Lord Ram during an appearance on the game show Kaun Banega Crorepati with co‑stars Sai Pallavi and Ravi Dubey. Host Amitabh Bachchan asked the trio about their reactions when offered the roles of Lord Ram, Sita Maa and Lakshman.
Kapoor said he was initially scared when offered the role because it carried a big responsibility. He stated that playing the role gave him a chance to become a better human.
Initial fear turns into gratitude for the actor
Kapoor said his first reaction to the role was fear, as he questioned whether he was qualified to portray Lord Ram. He noted that the faith of crores of people is linked to the deity. The actor expressed that the role left him questioning his own worth due to fear.
This fear soon turned into gratitude. He realized he had been given the opportunity to play an important character.
The role came to him around the time he became a father. He felt gratitude for the chance to become a better human at that stage of his life.
Production details for the two-part epic
Director Nitesh Tiwari is leading the two-part adaptation of the Hindu epic titled Ramayana. The cast features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita Maa, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
Additional cast members include Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha. Rahman are composing the music for the film.
Co-star perspectives and industry support
Sai Pallavi said she wanted to understand what she could learn from playing Sita Maa rather than just thinking about what she could give to the character. Yash requested that audiences bless Sai Pallavi for her role as Sita, appearing opposite Ranbir Kapoor.
Kunal Kapoor described Ranbir Kapoor as the "perfect choice" to play Lord Ram and referred to Namit Malhotra as a "visionary". Gurmeet stated that Ranbir Kapoor will do justice to the role of Lord Ram.
Promotional songs and audience reception
The song "Main Ram" from the film Ramayana was released, featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. The song "Mangal Rang" from Ramayana: Part 1 was released, with the internet showing appreciation for the portrayals of Lord Ram and Sita.
Theatrical release scheduled for November 2026
The first part of the film is scheduled to be released in theatres on November 5, 2026.
Background on actor Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor is an Indian actor known for his work in Hindi-language films who has received seven Filmfare Awards. He has been featured in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list and was included in the 2026 Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world.
Lessons learned from the epic
Ranbir Kapoor said working on the film gave him an opportunity to learn more about the epic and work with people he admired. Ranbir Kapoor stated, "It's not impossible to become like Lord Ram but to learn something from him is a big deal for all of us".
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